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The Chartist meeting on Kennington Common in 1848 (engraving)
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The Chartist meeting on Kennington Common in 1848 (engraving)
583537 The Chartist meeting on Kennington Common in 1848 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chartist meeting on Kennington Common in 1848, based on a contemporary print); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22372440
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1848 Based Chartism Chartist Chartists Contemporary Demonstration Kennington Common March
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The Chartist Meeting: A Historic Gathering for Democracy". This print captures a significant moment in history - the Chartist meeting on Kennington Common in 1848. The engraving, created by an anonymous English artist of the 19th century, provides us with a glimpse into this pivotal event that shaped the course of democracy. The image showcases a vast crowd gathered on Kennington Common, London, during a chilly March day. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation as men and women from all walks of life unite to demand political reform through Chartism. Horses can be seen amidst the sea of people, symbolizing both power and resilience. Chartism was a working-class movement advocating for universal suffrage and other social reforms. This meeting was one of their most remarkable demonstrations, drawing attention to their cause and demanding change from those in power. The sheer size and diversity of the crowd depicted in this engraving highlight the widespread support for Chartism at that time. It serves as a testament to the determination and courage displayed by ordinary individuals who fought tirelessly for their rights. As we reflect upon this historic gathering captured within these lines etched onto paper long ago, let us remember those who paved the way for our democratic society today. Their struggle reminds us that collective action has always been vital in shaping our world's future.
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